AWS migration and support for BC businesses
Cloud servers without a surprise bill at the end of the month.
Star X helps small and mid-sized businesses move servers, applications and backups to Amazon Web Services, then keeps them secure and cost-controlled. We start by checking whether AWS is actually the right fit for each workload.
- Workload assessment
- Lift-and-shift or modernize
- Cost monitoring
- Security and backup from day one
60 minUrgent issues: a technician is working on it within the hour
24/7Support line answered day and night, by a technician
No contractPay per job with no retainer, or choose a monthly plan
No fix, no feeIf we can't solve it, you don't pay for that service
What we do on AWS
- Migration assessment: which servers and applications to move, rebuild or retire, with cost estimates.
- Server migration: lift-and-shift of Windows and Linux servers to Amazon EC2, with minimal downtime.
- Cloud backup and archive: offsite, encrypted backups on Amazon S3, including immutable storage options.
- Networking and access: secure VPN between your office and AWS, private networks and firewall rules.
- Identity and security: least-privilege access, MFA on the root and admin accounts, logging and alerting.
- Cost management: right-sizing, scheduling, budgets and alerts so the bill stays predictable.
- Ongoing support: monitoring, patching, backups and changes.
Moving off an ageing server?
If your on-site server is close to end of warranty, we'll compare the cost of replacing it, moving it to AWS, or moving the workload to Microsoft 365, over three to five years, and show you the numbers.
What clients say
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviews.
“I have been a loyal customer of Star X Consulting for over two years, and I can't recommend them highly enough.”
“Always responded to our request in a very timely manner since he knows our P&C industry very well.”
“After malware affected my computer, Denis spent time walking me through different troubleshooting steps to locate it.”
“The team was professional, and easy to work with. They gave clear advice and knew what they were doing. Highly recommended!”
“Called those guys to restore my services, they were fast. Will use them again, 100%.”
“Their team is highly professional, knowledgeable, and responsive, making them an excellent choice for businesses of all sizes.”
Try us on one job
No contract, no retainer, no sales pitch. Give us your most annoying IT problem. If we can't fix it, you don't pay. Most clients who start this way stay.
5.0 on Google, 16 reviewsPrefer a call back?
Questions we hear a lot
Still unsure? Call (778) 312-2227 and ask a technician directly.
Is AWS a good fit for a small business?
For hosting line-of-business applications, websites, databases and offsite backups, it can be. For basic email and file sharing, Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace is usually simpler and cheaper. We assess each workload before recommending AWS.
Will AWS cost more than our current server?
It can, if it's set up without cost controls. We size resources correctly, schedule non-production systems to shut down when not in use, set budget alerts and review the bill with you.
Can AWS store our data in Canada?
Yes. AWS has a Canada (Central) region and a Canada West (Calgary) region, so we can keep your data in Canada where that matters for your clients or compliance.
Do you support AWS after the migration?
Yes. We monitor, patch and back up your AWS systems and handle changes, either as part of a managed IT plan or per task.
Stop fighting your IT. Hand it to us.
Call now for urgent problems, or book a free, no-obligation IT assessment for your office.